About the Program
Aix-Marseille Université (AMU) offers two fully-funded Doctoral Fellowships at LA3M, focused on The Indo-Persian Continuum, c. 11th–17th centuries. The three-year fellowships, funded by Amidex, start on 1 July 2026 and are supervised by Professor Alka Patel. PhD candidates will conduct in-depth research on material culture in Southern Asia, covering Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh. The program prioritises projects on the Sultanate period (12th–16th century) and integrates archaeology, architecture, art history, museology, and urban design. Fellows will participate in two international fieldtrips, to India and Central Asia, and will work in an interdisciplinary environment that provides equipment stipends, travel support, and shared workspace. The fellowships aim to produce high-quality dissertations written in English or French, contributing to the global understanding of Indo-Persian cultural history.
Program Details
- Position: Doctoral Researcher / Fully-funded PhD Fellowship
- Institution: Aix-Marseille Université
- Department/Faculty: LA3M – MMSH, ARKAIA Archaeology Institute
- Supervisor: Professor Alka Patel
- Location: Aix-en-Provence, France
- Start Date (Anticipated): July 2026
- Duration: 3 years (36 months)
- Funding: Fully-funded with health benefits, equipment stipend, travel allowance
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Required Degree/Diploma: Master’s degree in Archaeology, History, Art History, Architecture, or related disciplines
Research Focus / Area
- Material Culture of Southern Asia (11th–17th centuries)
- Archaeology and Architecture
- History of Art and Religion
- Museology and Urban Design
- Textile and Design History
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant fields
- Intermediate proficiency in Persian, Arabic, Sanskrit, or Indic vernaculars (proof required)
- Proven research experience and productivity
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong academic record
- Familiarity with software for research documentation (MS Word, Excel, photo database management)
- Experience with interdisciplinary or field-based research
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Key Features of the Program
- Two mandatory international fieldtrips (India and Central Asia)
- Shared workspace and equipment stipend
- Travel allowance for research purposes
- Access to specialised university libraries and archives
- Engagement with AMU’s international research networks and MOUs with museums and universities
- Located in Provence, a culturally rich and well-connected region
Application Process
How to Apply: Send application via email to indopersian.la3m@gmail.com
Required Documents:
- Letter of interest (max 2 pages)
- PhD prospectus with chapter breakdown (max 5000 words)
- Complete CV
- Official transcripts/diplomas for undergraduate and Master’s degrees
- Language certificates/proof of proficiency
- Names and contact details of three academic referees
Important Dates
- Applications Open: Immediately
- Deadline: 10 January 2026, 22:59 CET
- Interviews (if applicable): Early February 2026
- Offers: By end February 2026
Where to Apply
- University Website: Aix-Marseille Université
- Official Notification: click here
- Application Email: indopersian.la3m@gmail.com
Direct queries to alka.patel@univ-amu.fr
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